shore up
Example Sentences
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Richards’ return will shore up a defense that was one of the U.S. team’s biggest question marks heading into the tournament.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
That is because countries across the globe are readying to shore up oil stockpiles like never before, which should keep the market tight for quite a while.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
However, to prevent automatic benefit cuts, Congress would need to act to shore up the program’s finances.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s recent visit to meet with top Japanese officials, including Takaichi, highlights the opportunity ahead, especially for Japanese industrial companies that help the U.S. and other countries shore up critical supply chains.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
Annabeth and I raced from block to block, trying to shore up our defenses.
From "The Last Olympian" by Rick Riordan
